1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 198 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |