2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 475 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
