1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre 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 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2-Litre | Charade |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
