Daihatsu Applause I (A101,A111) 1.6 16V (A101) (90 Hp)
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Daihatsu Applause:
The Daihatsu Applause is a compact car manufactured by the Japanese automaker Daihatsu for British and Australian markets. The Daihatsu Applause was manufactured from 1989 to 2000. It is most notable for its unusual body style, which, despite appearing to be a 4-door notchback sedan, is in fact a 5-door liftback with a notchback-shaped 412-litre trunk and a tailgate.
As Daihatsu firmly established itself as Toyota's compact car specialist brand, compact cars were the biggest vehicles marketed by the company. When replacing the long-running Charmant, the company decided to try a unique approach at the segment, with the intention to capitalize on the preferences for sedans, while at the same time offering the flexibility and convenience of a 5-door hatchback body. Resulting from such thinking, the Applause was presented at the 1989 Geneva Motor Show in production-ready "concept" form, as the MS-X90. The engine was also a new development, a 16-valve 1. 6-liter inline-four shared with the F300-series Rocky/Feroza/Sportrak. Daihatsu took the opportunity to introduce a platform that wasn't shared with an existing Toyota platform that the previous Charmant used when the Toyota Corolla was changed to front wheel drive with the Toyota Corolla in 1983....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (A101,A111) Overview:
Daihatsu Applause (I (A101,A111)). With 123 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 930 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for daily driving, offering reasonable acceleration for a compact car of its era.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a 1.6L engine, making it a relatively economical choice for commuters.
Best Use Case:
Mixed City/Highway
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable 1.6L engines
- • Practical hatchback design with good cargo space
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Optional 4WD for added traction
Cons:
- • Dated interior and exterior styling
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Not particularly engaging to drive
- • Brand presence limited in some markets
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Daihatsu |
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| Model: | Applause |
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| Generation: | I (A101,A111) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (A101) (90 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1989 |
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| End of production: | 1997 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 56.6 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 123 Nm @ 4875 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 1590 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 87.6 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 96.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 132.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 930 |
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| Max. weight: | 1420 |
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| Max load: | 490 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 764 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 412 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4315 mm |
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| Width: | 1660 mm |
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| Height: | 1385 mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2470 mm |
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| Front track: | 1425 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1415 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R13 H |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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