1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1974 Daihatsu Charmant and 1974 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
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, 1974 Subaru Leone, 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 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charmant | Leone |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |