1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 990 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Charmant | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
