1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 396 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
