1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 3 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1981 Zastava 1500 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 1981 Zastava 1500. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
Model | Alfasud | 1500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |