1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 26 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 167 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
