1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Charade | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
