1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Palio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
