2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 436 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.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |
