1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 89 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
