2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Renault 12 weights approximately 160 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, 1969 Renault 12 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
