1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 965 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 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Fellow | Cresta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2740 mm |