2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Prefect weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1954 Ford Prefect 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 1954 Ford Prefect. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Prefect |
Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |