2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Prefect weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 1956 Ford Prefect. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |
