1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 84 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Picanto |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |