1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1385 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2895 mm |