1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Consorte | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
