2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 965 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
