2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Vivio (63 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 43 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
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, both vehicles can yield 90 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charade | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
