1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 18 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 820 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfasud | Venture |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |