1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
