1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1989 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | 15 | Charade |
Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |