1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
