1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 32 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 74 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
Model | Charade | C1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |