1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Daihatsu | Willys-Overland |
Model | Charade | Rural |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |