1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |