1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 31 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 255 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino 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 | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |