1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Lupo |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |