2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 Volkswagen 1302 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 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
