2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 375 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 1959 Ford 17M 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 1959 Ford 17M. 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | 17M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
