2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Brera | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
