2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C1 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1987 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 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
