1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda 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 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
