2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |