1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 138 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
