1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1080 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | Panamera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |