2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Rover P4 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 1955 Rover P4. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 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 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2230 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
