1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 598 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | CC |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |