2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 140 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 Triumph Vitesse 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 Triumph Vitesse. 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 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
