1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 599 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
Model | Charmant | Compass |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2634 mm |