1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Appia weights approximately 23 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Lancia Appia 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Appia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |