2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
