1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor.
Because 1962 Morris Minor 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 1962 Morris Minor. 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, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Charade | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
