1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2012 Peugeot iOn 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 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | iOn |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
