1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 8 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 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, 1986 Audi 4000 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, 1986 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1986 Audi 4000 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. 1986 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
