1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 410 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Avensis |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |