1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 738 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.
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, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charmant | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
