1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 32 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 74 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Aygo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |