2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1972 Opel Ascona 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 1972 Opel Ascona. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
