1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo is newer by 11 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Twingo weights approximately 72 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, 2004 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
