1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 338 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 (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Crown |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |