2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
