1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 685 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 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 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 130 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
