1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | Punto |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |