1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 705 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Altea |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
