1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 15 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 994 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
