1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Alfasud | 75 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |