1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
