1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 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 (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 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 |
