1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 3 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 192 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | ZX | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |