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 |
