1952 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1952 Buick 40 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 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | 40 | Charade |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2500 mm |