1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 20 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 93 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1998 Hyundai Atos (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos 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 | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Atos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
