1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Audi RS4
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 24 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 725 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 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Audi RS4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | RS4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |