1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 16 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 616 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, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Satellite 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 | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
