2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular.
Because 1956 Ford Popular 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 1956 Ford Popular. 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 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Popular |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2300 mm |
