1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charmant | Europa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
