1981 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Marina weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1981 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1981 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Marina | Charade |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |