1980 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rancho | Charade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
