1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 21 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
Model | Charmant | Elba |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |