1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Audi 4000
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 4 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 1984 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
