1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1983 Ferrari 208 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 390 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 1983 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfasud | 208 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |