2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1957 Ford 17M 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 1957 Ford 17M. 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | 17M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1698 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 | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
