1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 9 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Visto |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
