2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. 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 (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
