1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Nissan Sports weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Sports |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
