1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 344 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charade | 170 V |
Year Released | 1993 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |