1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 8 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 401 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | Spirit |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |