1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,128 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 42 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
