1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Siete weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Siete |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
