1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 138 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, 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, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Consorte | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
