1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1980 Volkswagen 1302 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 1980 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
