2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 170 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, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
