1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 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 1977 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Avanti Avanti 2007 Daihatsu Charade
Make Avanti Daihatsu
Model Avanti Charade
Year Released 1977 2007
Engine Size 6570 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2380 mm


 

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