1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
