1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 28 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
