1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1972 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | 411 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
