1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Alfasud | 1000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |