1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |