1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Move |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
