1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Audi UR
To start off, 1982 Audi UR is newer by 4 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi UR weights approximately 412 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR 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, 1982 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi UR 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 | 1982 Audi UR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | UR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
