1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1952 Ford Vedette 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
