1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
