2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. 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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Consorte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
