1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 3 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1980 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm). This means 1980 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1184 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
