1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2090 mm |
