2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 2 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Because 1969 TVR Vixen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Charade | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
