1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 372 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 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 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 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 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | Alfasud | 1700 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |