1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda 1300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 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, 1971 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
