2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 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, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1565 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
