1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Charmant | 166 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |