2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charade | Riva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
