1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
