1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 19 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 255 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, 1998 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra 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 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |