1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
