1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 771 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model Alfasud V8 Vantage
Year Released 1981 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1186 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 469 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1631 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4382 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1867 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1257 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2604 mm


 

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