1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 702 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.

Because 1984 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 1984 Avanti Avanti
Make Alfa Romeo Avanti
Model Alfasud Avanti
Year Released 1980 1984
Engine Size 1490 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 918 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2780 mm


 

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