1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 161 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charade | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 88 L |