1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | S4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
