1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 5 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 117 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alfasud | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
