2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Triumph Herald weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1960 Triumph Herald 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 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 29 L |
