1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Alfasud | Stellar |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |