2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Prefect weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| 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 | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
