1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 132 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charmant | 356 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |