1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 29 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 526 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | A3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |