1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 59 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
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, 2011 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 70 | Charade |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 36 L |