1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Alfasud | Trans Am |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |