1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
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 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 504 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
