2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
