1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 224 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charmant | Accent |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
