1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Ford Popular | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Popular |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2300 mm |