1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 14 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 590 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, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |