1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 17 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 246 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Pony |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
