1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 670 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
