1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 864 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Avanti Avanti 1987 Daihatsu Charade
Make Avanti Daihatsu
Model Avanti Charade
Year Released 1973 1987
Engine Size 6570 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2340 mm