2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Brera | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
