1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 196 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charade | Europa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
