2007 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
