1957 Austin A135 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Austin A135 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 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Austin A135 1988 Daihatsu Charade
Make Austin Daihatsu
Model A135 Charade
Year Released 1957 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 50 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3620 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 40 L


 

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