1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 210 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, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 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 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfasud | 360 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |