1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 304 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1956 Ford Consul 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Consul |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
