2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
