1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Charmant | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
