1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 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 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | 318 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
