1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Charade |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |