1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Charmant | Niva |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |