1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Because 1968 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Opel Olympia (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Olympia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |