1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
