1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 13 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 216 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
