1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fleetwood | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
