1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Charade |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |