1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph TR6 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 1973 Triumph TR6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2250 mm |
