1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | Ponton | Charade |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |