2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 685 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5562 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
