1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 164 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
