1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 540 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |