1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1983 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | 127 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |