1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 796 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
