1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, 1982 Saab 99 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 99 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 | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Alfasud | 99 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
