1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 27 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 539 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 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
