1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1962 Seat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
