2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Matiz and 1979 Daihatsu Charade are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 246 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
