1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 27 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 952 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.
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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charmant | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
