1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 433 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charmant | 996 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
