1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Prefect weights approximately 39 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1954 Ford Prefect 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 1954 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2220 mm |
