2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1958 Ford Anglia 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 1958 Ford Anglia. 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 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1172 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 | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |
