1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 121 kg more than 1979 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Charade |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |