2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 68 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 4 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1953 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Charade | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
