1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Record |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
