1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 258 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
