1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Charade |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |