1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 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 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Charmant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |