1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kadett | Charade |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
