1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 132 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charmant | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
