1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 843 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra 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 | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
