2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Saab 99 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 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, 1969 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charade | 99 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
