1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa 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 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2001 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
