2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1091 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |