1981 Renault Siete vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Siete | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Siete | Charade |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
