1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charmant | Minor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 825 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |