1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 36 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2914 mm |
