1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfasud | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
