2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1951 Triumph Mayflower 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 1951 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
