1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 570 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2600 mm |
