1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 99 | Charade |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |