1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Golf |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |