1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Renault Siete
To start off, 1982 Renault Siete is newer by 3 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault Siete weights approximately 131 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1982 Renault Siete (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Renault Siete | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Siete |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |