1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charade | Minor |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2190 mm |