1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Vauxhall | Daihatsu |
Model | Victor | Charade |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |