1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 57 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Parati |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |