1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 15 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 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 106 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1995 Toyota Starlet 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. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Starlet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |