1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Charade |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
