1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
