2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 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 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1969 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | J4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
