1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 28 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 430 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso 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 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
