2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Midge. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Midge weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | Midge |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |