1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1983 Fiat 131 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 Fiat 131. 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 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 131 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
