2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett.
Because 1955 MG Magnett 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 1955 MG Magnett. 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, 1955 MG Magnett (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
