1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 647 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 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 563 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |