2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 200 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 1973 Nissan Violet 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 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Violet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |