1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Alpine A 610
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 10 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 520 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 1992 Alpine A 610 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 1992 Alpine A 610. 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 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 | 1992 Alpine A 610 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Alfasud | A 610 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |