1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 585 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Delta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
