1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Polo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |