2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Charade | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |