1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 36 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause 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 | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Applause |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |