1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 133 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
