2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 256 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.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charade | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 46 L |
