1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 TVR Grantura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 TVR Grantura 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 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 TVR Grantura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Charade | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| 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 | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 39 L |
