1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 748 kg more than 1987 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, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tickford | Charade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
