2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1077 cc |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |