1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 104 kg more than 1990 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
