1968 AMC AMX vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 587 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
Model | AMX | Charade |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |