1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 488 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, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charmant | Exeo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2642 mm |