1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Charade | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
