1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 1 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Alfasud | Alfasud |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.2 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |