2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Because 1973 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 1973 Morgan 4. 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, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Charade | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
