1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 556 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX 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 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | CX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
