1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Opel Astra (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
