1975 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 1 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 333 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, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
