1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
