1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 315 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Charade | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
