1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 334 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| 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 | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
