1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 23 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2003 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Move |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
