2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 122 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 122 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1965 Volvo 122 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 1965 Volvo 122. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | 122 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
