1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 251 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
