1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor 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 26 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 122 kg more than 1958 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 (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Charmant | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 790 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 |
