1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1010 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 2009 Ferrari 612 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 2009 Ferrari 612. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 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 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfasud | 612 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 105 L |
