2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
