1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Golf |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |