1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 760 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Colt |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
