1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 164 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
