1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 606 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
