1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 24 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 835 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 159 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
