1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 106 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 106 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
