1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1050 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Charmant | T700 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3140 mm |
