1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
