2005 Audi A2 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A2 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
