1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 188 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 Toyota Celica, 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 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
