1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Charade | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
