1976 Citroen LN vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 84 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LN | Charade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
