1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1954 Ford Consul 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 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Consul |
Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |