1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 152 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Charade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
