1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 645 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Charade | 166 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |