1986 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Charade |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
