1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1983 Daihatsu Charade and 1983 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 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, both vehicles can yield 106 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
