1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
