1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2715 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 ZIL 114 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 ZIL 114. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZIL |
| Model | Fellow | 114 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3770 mm |
