1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Anglia weights approximately 18 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1966 Ford Anglia 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 1966 Ford Anglia. 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 (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| 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 | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
