1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 30 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 590 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 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 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | A3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |