1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 430 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 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Charade | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
