1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 609 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 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
