1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 682 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, 2012 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
Model | Charade | C1 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |