2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 164 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
