1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 29 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
