1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 178 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Datsun |
| Model | Charade | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 36 L |
