1997 Mazda Midge vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Midge weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1997 Mazda Midge (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Midge | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Midge | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
