2009 Acura RL vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 665 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
