2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1971 Holden Torana 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 1971 Holden Torana. 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, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
