1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 164 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
Model | Charade | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |