1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 5 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 505 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |