1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 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 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | 850 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
