2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (59 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
