1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
Model | Charade | 1500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |