1968 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
