1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 371 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
