1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 1994 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Honda CRX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | CRX |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |