2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
