1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 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) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 108 kg more than 1987 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
