1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 441 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
