2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |