1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 35 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 705 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Fellow | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
