2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 840 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 1976 Avanti Avanti 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 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Daihatsu | Avanti |
Model | Charade | Avanti |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |