1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Austin 1300 (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
