1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 2008 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Alfasud | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
