2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
