1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 85 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
