1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 26 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charmant | Fabia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |