1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 881 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 Volkswagen Jetta (171 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fellow | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
