1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 570 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
