1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
