1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 315 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 106 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 37 L |
