1970 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Capri | Charade |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |