1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
Model | 504 | Charade |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |