1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Beta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |