2000 Acura RL vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
