2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Siete |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
