1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 409 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | RIO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
