1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
