2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12.
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, 1975 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
