2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
