1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 156 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
