1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 30 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 842 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | A5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |