1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1977 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, 1980 Renault 14 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 14 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
