1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
