2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
