2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 150 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, 1973 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
