2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Consorte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2170 mm |
