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To say Alfa Romeo has lost its way would be to state the blindingly obvious. Time and time again we've been presented with revival plans for the ailing brand, only to see the plans deteriorate quicker than an Italian car from the 1980s.
The newly-launched 4C provides a hint as to what Alfa Romeo can achieve, but a limited run sports car isn't going to save the once great manufacturer. Alfa Romeo needs genuinely credible cars that we really want to own.
Sadly, despite its obvious links with the 4C, the new Giulietta QV has once again failed to hit the mark. So we thought we'd put together a list of 13 lessons Alfa Romeo can take from its history. Here's to a more positive future…
The Alfasud - because front-wheel drive can be fun
In the Alfasud, Alfa Romeo produced one of the best front-wheel drive hatchbacks ever built. In fact, when it was launched in 1972, it changed the design of small cars forever. Sadly, the old problem of rust means that very few ‘Suds survive today, but we'd just love to see its delightful blend of excellent dynamics, neat packaging and subtle good looks appearing on a modern Alfa. Too much to ask?
Source: http://www.motoringresearch.com/car-news/alfa-romeo-lessons-history-0701944668?
