1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 515 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
