1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 1979 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfasud | Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |