2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 240 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charade | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
