2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Cortina weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1962 Ford Cortina 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 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 1962 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Cortina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 36 L |