1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
