1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1941 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charmant | 66 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
