2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Charade | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
