1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 22 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 475 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Honda Shuttle (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1992 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Fellow | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
