1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Charmant | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
