1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 30 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charade | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
