1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2400 mm |
