1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 88 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Anglia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |