1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |