1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 19 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), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (98 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 1165 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 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
