1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 12 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 780 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 1993 Tata Estate 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 1993 Tata Estate. 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, 1993 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Tata Estate 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 | 1993 Tata Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Alfasud | Estate |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |