1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 4 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. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | Arna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
