1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
