1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prefect | Charade |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
