2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 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 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Picasso | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
