1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 57 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
