1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 484 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | GTD |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |