2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
