1954 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Popular | Charade |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
