2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1952 Rover P4 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
