1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 28 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | S4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
