1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Volvo S80 is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 635 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, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 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 | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
