1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 20 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 86 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, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Naked |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
