1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 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 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 232 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Charmant | 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |