1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tickford | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
