1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 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 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfasud | 460 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |