2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1990 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 C3 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
