2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alvis TD 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 Alvis TD. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Alvis TD | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alvis |
Model | Charade | TD |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |