2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
