1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1940 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 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Fellow | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3210 mm |
