1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Saab MC (54 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Saab MC weights approximately 204 kg more than 1979 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, 1965 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charade | MC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
