Nothing to do with alfas, although the temperament is similar:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xW-emXxKf7E&feature=PlayList&p=69CA847A1767B3D5&index=2
I just rediscovered la linea, and became totally addicted. Looks like all the episodes are on youtube. This really is one of the best cartoons ever!
I never realized he actually speaks italian, still can't understand a word though.
I remember watching La Linea as a kid while living in Milan (60s').
The advertisements appeared on TV during Carosello, the only ad break on RAI national televisio.
gold. reminds me of sbs viewing after school in the 80s