1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | GTA |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
