1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfasud | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
