1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
