1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
