1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 66 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
