1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1100 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Alfasud | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
