1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | J4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
