1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
