1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 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 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
