2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 36 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 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
