1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 176 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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 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 | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2469 mm |
