1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada 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 | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Strada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
