1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 15 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
