1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |