1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Alfasud | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
