1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Consorte | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
