1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kadett | Charade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 36 L |
