1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 306 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Hyundai Getz has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Getz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
