2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Familia weights approximately 60 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, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
