1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 716 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Charade |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |