1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Charade |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |