2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Minor weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1964 Morris Minor 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 1964 Morris Minor. 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 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charade | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |