1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 130 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |