1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
| Model | Charade | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
