1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 896 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charade | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
