1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 19 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 1,928 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 771 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
