1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Charmant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |