1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 25 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 808 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, 1999 Mazda MPV, 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | MPV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
