1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 146 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
