1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. Both 1983 Daihatsu Charade and 1986 Innocenti 990 are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Innocenti 990.
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, 1986 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | 990 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2050 mm |
