1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Alfasud | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
