2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B3 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
