1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 30 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 804 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Alfasud | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
