1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1982 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 911 (170 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 911 weights approximately 266 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (258 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfasud | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |