1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
