1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1982 Zastava 1500 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 42 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 Zastava 1500 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 Zastava 1500. 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 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Zastava 1500 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 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
Model | Alfasud | 1500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |