1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 249 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | Panda |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |