1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 18 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1045 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 1999 GMC Safari 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 1999 GMC Safari. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
