1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
