1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Aurelia 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 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
