2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
