2007 Audi TT vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
