1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 36 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charmant | Minor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |