1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
