1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 51 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Publica 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 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2170 mm |
