1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
