1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 738 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
