1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, both 1986 Daihatsu Charade and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 780 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.

Because 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Daihatsu Charade 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Charade Testarossa
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 993 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 51 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 475 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2560 mm


 

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