1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 24 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 167 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Fox |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
