2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 695 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 |
