1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis

To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 865 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Daihatsu Charmant 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 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Daihatsu Charmant 2006 Lancia Thesis
Make Daihatsu Lancia
Model Charmant Thesis
Year Released 1986 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2810 mm


 

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