1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 15 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1287 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 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 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 | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | Alfasud | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3160 mm |
