1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
