1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna.
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, 2001 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna 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 | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Duna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
