1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 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 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 309 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
