1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 121 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |