1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 447 kg more than 1993 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
