2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1976 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 14 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 48 L |
