1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 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 39 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 378 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charmant | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2070 mm |