1959 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
