1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Moretti 2500 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 1963 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1963 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1963 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Charade | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
