2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 49 L |
