1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 28 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 340 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 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 2009 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | Alfasud | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
