1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfasud | F355 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
