1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 26 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 955 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 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Fellow | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2810 mm |