2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1999 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 121 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
