1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 205 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charmant | 120 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |