1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 12 M weights approximately 42 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
