2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett 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 1976 Opel Kadett. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
