1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 542 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 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 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
