1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 760 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 166 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
