1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 128 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
