2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
