1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1962 MG MGB
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 12 kg more than 1962 MG MGB.
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, 1962 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1962 MG MGB | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charmant | MGB |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2320 mm |
