1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Corrado |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |