1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2012 Renault Modus
To start off, 2012 Renault Modus is newer by 42 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Modus weights approximately 695 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, 2012 Renault Modus (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2012 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Fellow | Modus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
