2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Publica weights approximately 35 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
