2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
