1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1994 Alpina B 12 is newer by 1 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1994 Alpina B 12 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 1994 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1994 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alpina B 12 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B 12 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 50 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
