1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1982 Ferrari 208 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. 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 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfasud | 208 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
