1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 124 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Seat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | 124 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |