1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 37 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Terios |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
