1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 7 weights approximately 186 kg more 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
