1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 70 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.
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 (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Charade |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |