1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 32 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 25 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
