2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1961 Morris Minor 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 1961 Morris Minor. 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 (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charade | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 825 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |