1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 13 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 167 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Corrado |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1097 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |