1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2613 mm |
