1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
