1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 302 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 1967 AC Cobra 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 1967 AC Cobra. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | AC |
| Model | Charade | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
