1993 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 82 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX.
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, 1993 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
