2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
