1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
