1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 650 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 6C | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
