1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 70 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 989 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 36 L |
