2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 548 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
