1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 29 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) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 104 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
