1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 94 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
