1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Prisma |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |