1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 182 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |