2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Mercury Comet

To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 660 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 1967 Mercury Comet 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 1967 Mercury Comet. 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Charade 1967 Mercury Comet
Make Daihatsu Mercury
Model Charade Comet
Year Released 2006 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 3279 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 103 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2950 mm