1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Ford 17 (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | 17 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
