1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause

To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.

Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 1994 Daihatsu Applause
Make Alfa Romeo Daihatsu
Model Alfa 6 Applause
Year Released 1981 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 87.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 22.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 43 L


 

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