1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 68 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Charmant | Victor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |