1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
