1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 152 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. 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 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Consul |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
