1975 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
