1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | 17 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |