1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 14 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 310 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.
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 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charade | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2479 mm |
