1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 116 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
