1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1042 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 464 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1316 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zenvo |
| Model | Charmant | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3055 mm |
