1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,390 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 408 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1404 mm |
