1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 23 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
