2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 710 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 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 1959 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2625 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
