1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Strada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
