1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect 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 59 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 43 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Prefect 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 1957 Ford Prefect. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
