1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 261 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
