1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 717 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 166 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 69 L |
