1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 391 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 391 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
