1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Brilliance |
| Model | Charade | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
