1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 5 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 (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 412 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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 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 | 1985 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | 100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
