1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 939 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | S80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
