1976 Citroen LN vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 139 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LN | Charade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
