1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 230 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 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
