1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 245 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Polo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
