1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 172 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Beetle |
Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |