1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Minor weights approximately 106 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1958 Morris Minor 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Charade | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
