1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Fellow |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
