2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 15 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 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
