1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Herald weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 29 L |
