1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Audi A4
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 349 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.
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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 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 | 1995 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
