1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Daihatsu |
| Model | Jalpa | Charade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
