1963 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Triumph Spitfire 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 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Triumph | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spitfire | Charade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
