1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 874 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
