1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 164 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |