1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Audi UR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | UR |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |