1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 295 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Fellow | Charmant |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2340 mm |