1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | GT1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |