1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 7 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 410 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 1985 Porsche 930 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 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 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 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | 930 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |