1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60.
Because 1962 Austin A 60 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 1962 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 60 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
