1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Fiesta | Charade |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |