1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 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 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
