1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 135 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charmant | 914 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
