1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 945 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
