1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 462 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Alfasud | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
