1960 Austin 7 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 116 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
