1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 3 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 395 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.
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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona 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 | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
