2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Appia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |