1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 23 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 945 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.
Because 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
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1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charade | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |