1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine 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 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alpine | Charade |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
