2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1954 Ford Consul 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 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Consul |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |