1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 19 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 440 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 156 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 91 mm |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
