2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan 4 weights approximately 125 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 1990 Morgan 4 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 1990 Morgan 4. 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Charade | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |