1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 670 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 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfasud | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |