2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 30 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. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 69 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spark | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
