1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 70 | Charade |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 36 L |