1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 17 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 624 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |
