2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
