1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Audi S8
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 22 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 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 | 2000 Audi S8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | S8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 583 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |