1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1983 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Charade |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |