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 |