1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Corsair |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |