1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Saab 99
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1983 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 99 weights approximately 225 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.
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 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 99 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 Saab 99 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Alfasud | 99 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |