1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alpine A 610 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 1992 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 610 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
