1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 101 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
