1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ascari |
| Model | Charade | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2636 mm |
