1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 20 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1041 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 2000 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
