1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1056 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Routan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3078 mm |