2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 526 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 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2553 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
