1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna 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 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
