1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 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 28 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | 211 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
