1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 972 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.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
