1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Prefect weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1172 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 | 720 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2220 mm |
