1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 106 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 106. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 114 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, 1992 Peugeot 106 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 106 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
