2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
Model | Charade | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |