Alfa Romeo Alfasud
The front-wheel-drive pioneer that redefined compact car handling.
- Power
- 95 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.9 s
- Top speed
- 106 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$25k
About the Alfa Romeo Alfasud
The Alfasud 1.5 ti represents the peak of Alfa Romeo's revolutionary front-wheel-drive project, featuring the 1980 'Series 3' updates including plastic bumpers and a revised interior. Engineered by Rudolf Hruska and styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was celebrated for a low centre of gravity and class-leading handling that shamed many contemporary sports cars. While its reputation was famously marred by severe corrosion issues due to poor-quality steel, surviving examples are now highly prized for their tactile steering and charismatic boxer engine note. The 1.5 ti variant, equipped with twin-choke carburettors, remains one of the most desirable iterations of the original 'Sud' saloon.
Alfa Romeo Alfasud specs
The Alfa Romeo Alfasud produces 95 bhp (71 kW) and 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.9 seconds and has a top speed of 106 mph (170 km/h).
| Make | Alfa Romeo |
|---|---|
| Model | Alfasud |
| Trim | 1.5 ti |
| Years | 1980–1983 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Italy |
| Engine | 1.5-litre boxer four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,490 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 95 bhp (71 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.9 s |
| Top speed | 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 895 kg (1,973 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 106 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Alfa Romeo Alfasud worth?
A typical Alfa Romeo Alfasud is estimated to be worth $8,000 – $25,000 (about £6,000 – £19,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Alfa Romeo Alfasud rarity in CarSpot
The Alfa Romeo Alfasud is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
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Alfa Romeo Alfasud fun facts
- The Alfasud was the first Alfa Romeo to feature front-wheel drive, a radical departure for the brand at the time.
- Its name 'Sud' (South) refers to the Pomigliano d'Arco plant near Naples, built specifically to produce the car and stimulate the southern Italian economy.
- To reduce unsprung weight and improve handling, the Alfasud featured inboard front disc brakes located next to the gearbox.