1997 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. 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 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Twingo | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Twingo | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
