1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1965 Abarth Mono 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 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
