2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 144 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
