2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 33 L |
