1973 Audi Asso vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Asso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Asso (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Asso should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1973 Audi Asso 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 1973 Audi Asso. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1973 Audi Asso (163 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm). This means 1973 Audi Asso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Asso | Charade |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
