1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Charmant | 1900 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |