1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century is newer by 18 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 888 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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Toyota Century | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |