1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
