1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Charade |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
